Week 4 DQ 1 Discussion question

I have been heard to say many times, "Don't assign it if you aren't prepared to assess it." Sometimes one merely jots down notes (observation as assessment), requires homework (if you get information about the student's ability, it’s an assessment), and sometimes, one gives the for all the marbles, State exam. Everything the kids produce provides data. These measurements of performance/behavior may or may not enter into the grade book. This week, you are looking at types of assessments - the who, what, when, where, and why of collecting information on student behavior/performance. User name to get into file: ascovi8937 and Password: Ameer456

Week 4: Discussion Question #1 What is the difference between formative and summative assessment? When might you use each one of these types of assessments in your classroom?